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Libraries graduate assistantships foster skills beyond the stacks and graduation

Libraries graduate assistantships foster skills beyond the stacks and graduation

Public History and Social Work graduate students from the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences reflect on their time serving as Graduate Assistants (GAs) for WVU Libraries. Each had a unique story to tell about the skills and knowledge they gained during their experience.
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Social Work Online Faculty Spotlight: Challice LaRose

Social Work Online Faculty Spotlight: Challice LaRose

In this Faculty Spotlight, we talk with Challice LaRose, BSW Online Coordinator for the new online Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program! Challice is a two-time WVU graduate with a BA in Philosophy and a Master of Social Work. This upcoming fall semester marks the launch of the BSW program’s first cohort of online students. We spoke with her to get insight into this exciting new offering and the work that goes into it.
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Students honored as 2025 Outstanding Seniors, Outstanding GTAs and Eberly Scholars

Students honored as 2025 Outstanding Seniors, Outstanding GTAs and Eberly Scholars

The following students completed degree requirements to graduate in December 2024 or will complete requirements in May 2025. They have been named by faculty in their academic programs as Eberly College Outstanding Seniors for the 2024-25 academic year.

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Social work students team up with health professionals through Interprofessional Education Program

West Virginia Adult Protective Service (APS) workers recently completed an online gerontology certificate program funded by the Administration for Community Living. This asynchronous course, featuring 15 modules on aging-related topics like Medicare, Alzheimer’s, and elder exploitation, allowed APS workers to gain continuing education credits during work hours. The training significantly boosted APS workers' knowledge in gerontology, and many participants recommended it be required for new hires. The program, developed by WVU’s School of Social Work in partnership with the Department of Human Services, will now be managed by DoHS to ensure ongoing support for APS workers in West Virginia.

School of Social Work, state Department of Human Services partner to offer gerontology certificate

“West Virginia has the third highest percentage of older adults in the nation. This vital collaboration with the state Department of Human Services affirms our commitment to the University’s land-grant mission in support of West Virginia families and communities,” said Deana Morrow, principal investigator.

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Support system: WVU student parents offered critical programs and services through Student Family Resources

Support system: WVU student parents offered critical programs and services through Student Family Resources

Providing support to West Virginia University student parents working toward graduation is Student Family Resources, a unit within Student Life dedicated to helping students with families achieve their higher education goals.

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Eighteen undergraduate students have been selected for the prestigious Resilient Communities Internship at the WVU Center for Resilient Communities. This internship provides opportunities for students to engage in community-based research and leadership development, focusing on social change in Appalachia. With a focus on Community Economies, Environmental Justice, and Food System Transformation, participants will work alongside local partners to address global and local issues.

The Center for Resilient Communities Welcomes Eighteen Students to the 2025 Resilient Communities Internship Program

Eighteen undergraduate students have been selected for the prestigious Resilient Communities Internship at the WVU Center for Resilient Communities. This internship provides opportunities for students to engage in community-based research and leadership development, focusing on social change in Appalachia. With a focus on Community Economies, Environmental Justice, and Food System Transformation, participants will work alongside local partners to address global and local issues.       

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4 student leaders chosen for 2024 Hazel Ruby McQuain Graduate Scholarship for strong focus on community

4 student leaders chosen for 2024 Hazel Ruby McQuain Graduate Scholarship for strong focus on community

Eberly College's academic programs move into Field and Hodges Halls

Eberly College's academic programs move into Field and Hodges Halls

Several academic programs within the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences have new homes beginning in Fall 2024.

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Social Work Students Travel to Social Work Adocacy Day at the State Capitol

Social Work Students Travel to Social Work Adocacy Day at the State Capitol

Earlier this semester, a group of undergraduate and graduate students in Eberly College’s School of Social Work traveled to the West Virginia State Capitol to attend Social Work Advocacy Day, hosted by the WV chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.
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